Trout Valley Turkey Trot
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Event overview
The 19th Annual Hertz Trout Valley Turkey Trot takes place on Thursday, November 27, 2025, at Trout Valley Lodge in Trout Valley, IL. The event is presented by the Trojan Track Field & Cross Country Association (TTCCA), a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Proceeds benefit Cary-Grove High School cross country and track & field athletes and the Cary-Grove Food Pantry.
Details, logistics and awards
Distances offered:
- 5K
- Kids Fun Run
The 5K entry fee is listed as $35 and the Kids Fun Run fee is listed as $15. The 5K is open to ages 1 to 100; the Kids Fun Run is open to ages 1 to 12. Packet pickup is scheduled the day before the race at Galati's Hideaway, 800 Feinberg Ct, Cary, IL 60013; some packets may be shipped the week of Thanksgiving. T-shirt sizing is guaranteed through November 1, 2025.
Awards include medals and a prize for the overall male and female finishers. Medals are also awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each age division (14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 and older). A post-race beverage is provided by Phase Three Brewing for participants of age while supplies last. Parking is available in the Trout Valley pasture or at Cary Country Club, with signage and attendants. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.